2006 Acura TL vs. 2004 Chrysler Concorde
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Concorde would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Concorde. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Concorde.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Concorde. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Concorde. 2004 Chrysler Concorde has automatic transmission and 2006 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2006 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler Concorde will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 2004 Chrysler Concorde | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | TL | Concorde |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
